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Verb conjugation

engallarse

to strut, prance

Usage

To puff oneself up or act arrogant, literally strut like a rooster (gallo). Reflexive; also used of a horse that raises its head stiffly. Regular -ar verb.

Examples
  • Se engalló delante de todos. — He strutted in front of everyone.
  • No te engalles conmigo. — Don't get cocky with me.
  • El caballo se engalla al sentir las riendas. — The horse tosses its head when it feels the reins.
Common mistake

Confusing it with engañarse or enguillotar-type forms by sound. It always refers to a proud, rooster-like stance.

Often confused with ensoberbecer.

Simple tenses

Imperative (imperativo)

túengállate
nosotrosengallémonos
vosotrosengallaos

Other

Gerund (gerundio)

engallándose

Past participle (participio)

engallado

Infinitive (infinitivo)

engallarse

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Frequently asked questions

What does "engallarse" mean?

"engallarse" means "to strut, prance".

What is the Imperative (imperativo) of "engallarse"?

The imperative (imperativo) of "engallarse" is: tú engállate, nosotros engallémonos, vosotros engallaos.

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